Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Languages
Affiliations
References
Timeline

Alexandra-Elena Diaconeasa

London

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Retail manager

SV London Limited t/a Cards Galore
London
10.2021 - 03.2024
  • Trained staff members, leading by example to consistently elevate store standards.
  • Improved team performance through regular coaching and feedback, fostering culture of continuous improvement.
  • Performed various store operations including opening and closing procedures, product display management and budget control.
  • Managed store inventory by directing routine stock control procedures to maximise sales opportunities.
  • Monitored stock levels and wrote timely order supply requests to replenish merchandise.
  • Kept business in compliance with internal controls, industry regulations and health and safety requirements.
  • Resolved complex disputes and handled product returns with professionalism, offering practical solutions to maintain customer satisfaction and uphold stellar reputation.

Retail manager

Sweet Venture Limited t/a Cards Galore
London
04.2020 - 10.2021
  • Took interest in customers' needs and concerns to provide throughtful advice and product recommendations.
  • Operated cash registers with accuracy and processed cash and card transactions.
  • Assisted customers in locating specific items to boost satisfaction.
  • Replenished floor stock and processed deliveries promptly, maximising product availability for customers.
  • Followed company procedures and guidelines for smooth retail operations.
  • Maintained knowledge of products and features to provide recommendations to customers.
  • Engaged customers to enhance in-store experience and provide outstanding customer service.

Sales assistant

Sweet Venture Limited t/a Cards Galore
London
01.2018 - 03.2020
  • Provided service with a smile, offering courteous, helpful advice to best meet customer needs.
  • Shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing, organised displays to engage customers.
  • Operated cash registers with accuracy and processed cash and card transactions.
  • Maintained knowledge of products and features to provide recommendations to customers.
  • Managed till operations by promptly and precisely scanning items, processing payments and issuing receipts.
  • Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
  • Listened to customer needs and preferences to provide targeted advice, increasing sales opportunities.
  • Worked energetically to maintain efficient operations during peak trading hours.

Trainee Architect

Daspro Pro Consulting
Ramnicu Valcea, Romania
08.2013 - 10.2017
  • Assisted with preparation of presentation drawings and materials for client review.
  • Produced detailed architectural drawings and sketches, using AutoCAD Arhitectural
  • Prepared project sketches, structural drawings and specifications integrating complex structural, mechanical and aesthetic elements in final designs.
  • Put together project documents and reports.
  • Created, printed and modified drawings using AutoCAD and Revit.
  • Redesigned existing building structures to incorporate new features and structural elements matching clients' changing needs.
  • Prepared documentation for regulatory approvals in alignment with project timelines.
  • Established architectural vision and concepts in line with client needs.
  • Guaranteed client satisfaction, conducting site inspections to verify progress according to project timelines.
  • Completed site measurements and gathered requirements to facilitate accurate design.

Education

Bachelor of Arts with Honours Class II(Division 1) - Business studies

University of Suffolk, Ipswich
07.2019 - 05.2023

Bachelor and master studies - Architecture

Spiru Haret University/The Faculty of Architecture
10.2006 - 07.2012

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Merchandising
  • Payment Processing
  • Product knowledge
  • Stock counting
  • Refund and exchange processing
  • Till and cash handling
  • Team Leadership
  • Stock management
  • Inventory control
  • Store Management
  • Staff mentorship and training
  • Self motivated

Languages

Romanian
Native
English
Upper intermediate

Affiliations

  • Art and Craft, Architecture, Puzzles, Gardening,

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Retail manager - SV London Limited t/a Cards Galore
10.2021 - 03.2024
Retail manager - Sweet Venture Limited t/a Cards Galore
04.2020 - 10.2021
University of Suffolk, Ipswich - Bachelor of Arts with Honours Class II(Division 1), Business studies
07.2019 - 05.2023
Sales assistant - Sweet Venture Limited t/a Cards Galore
01.2018 - 03.2020
Trainee Architect - Daspro Pro Consulting
08.2013 - 10.2017
Spiru Haret University/The Faculty of Architecture - Bachelor and master studies, Architecture
10.2006 - 07.2012
Alexandra-Elena Diaconeasa